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 Introduction
The Auxiliary offers a number of different
boating safety classes. The following is a list many of the courses offered. For a
more detailed description of a course, click on the name of the course. To return to
this website, when you're through, use the BACK button or menu item on your browser.
For a schedule of classes in your area.
Complete our
e-form to enroll.
You will be contacted by an Auxiliary Officer regarding course availability.
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Boating Skills & Seamanship - 6
or 13 lessons course (approximately 2 hours each lesson) - for both beginning and
experienced boaters
- We have great stuff for kids. Check out our
Boats, Water 'n Kids
classes - 1 hour course
- For
Personal Watercraft
enthusiasts
a 1 hour course is offered giving a brief, very basic introduction to the safety issues
when operating a PWC
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Let's Go Sailing - The
course is designed for the person who wants to begin sailing in a small boat,
learning each step the right way, and in the process build the skills and
confidence that will serve as the foundation for a lifetime of enjoyment.
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Navigation - 12 lessons - for serious boaters who want to learn
piloting techniques
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GPS for Mariners - a modern learning
experience that focuses on the GPS equipment typically owned by the
recreational boater.
- America's
Boating Course (ABC) - America's Boating Course is a unique study
program covering the fundamentals of boating. The course is designed for skippers and crew of
all types of watercraft. The course material covers seven chapters, which touch on:
general information about boats and maintenance; information to make your boating experience safer and more
comfortable; tips on being a more courteous boat operator; laws and regulations to which you must adhere
 Knowing Your Knots
For a description of a variety of knots, an explanation of there use and
an electronic illustration of how to tie each
knot.
2008 National Boat Safety Campaign
The Campaign kicks off with National Safe
Boating Week. Learn more about this
campaign.
Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
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Life Jackets - They float. You
don't.
Though not required for adults, a PFD should be worn at all times when your vessel is
underway. Some states require that PFD's be worn by children of
specific ages under certain conditions. Check with your state boating
safety officials. A wearable PFD may save your life, but only if you
wear it. All recreational boats must carry one Type I, II, III or V
PFD (wearable) for each person on board. So tell me... what kind of
life jackets
should I get for the kids? |
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